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The violin is one of the most widely recognized musical instruments among children and adults of all ages. Its a beautiful instrument, both to look at and to listen to. If youre thinking about taking violin lessons, be prepared to find benefits in several surprising ways! The benefits of playing violin go far beyond just gaining the ability to play beautiful music on a new instrument. Take a look at what else the violin can do for you:
Physical Benefits
Increased arm strength: You may …
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18 Benefits of Playing Violin You Might Be Surprised to Hear

The violin is one of the most widely recognized musical instruments among children and adults of all ages. Its a beautiful instrument, both to look at and to listen to. If youre thinking about taking violin lessons, be prepared to find benefits in several surprising ways! The benefits of playing violin go far beyond just gaining the ability to play beautiful music on a new instrument. Take a look at what else the violin can do for you:
Physical Benefits
Increased arm strength: You may

Top 10 Violin Tuner Apps Reviewed

Have you ever shown up to a violin lesson or performance and realized that you completely forgot your violin tuner? If you answered yes, then you've already learned how crucial it is to keep your violin in tune. Not only does it ensure you get the best sound, but it also helps train your ear.
There are tons of ways you can tune a violin. Many of them require a certain skill set or an actual device. But thanks to technology, there are dozens of user-friendly violin tuner apps to replace

The Perfect 15-Minute Violin Practice Routine [Video]

Think you don't have enough time to practice violin? Think again! We all have days where we're short on time, but that doesn't mean you should skip practice altogether. Here, Austin, TX violin instructor Naomi Cherie S. shows you how to get an effective violin practice session in only 15 minutes...
We've all heard it before: "Practice makes perfect!" However, an intelligent five-year-old violin student improved this saying when she told me "Practice makes better!" It's a nice reminder tha

Age or Aptitude: When to Start Violin Lessons

Some start optimistically young, others driven by passion start much later in life, but when is the right time to start violin lessons? Like any other form of art, theres simply no black or white when it comes to exploring music.
The right time to start cant be measured exclusively by age. Some ambitious parents start their kids at the age of two, and while many go off to become YouTube sensations, a whole lot more tend to give up by the age of five. So what should you consider before diving

What Kind of Violin Accessories Will I Need?

So you've decided to take violin lessons, and you couldn't be any more excited! You have decided on the violin and bow that you want to purchase, and will be taking violin lessons with a private teacher; you're well on your way. But aren't there other things that you need too? Here are some violin accessories that will help both your playing and enjoyment of the violin:
Case: Every violin needs a durable case to prevent dents and dings no matter where you go. You can purchase softer cases